February weather forecastNormal, IL

February

Weather in February

Moving into February, the weather gradually starts to transition. Temperatures inch upwards slightly, which hints at the advancing spring. However, it should be noted that February is still much colder than the following months. Despite a small decrease in snowfall rates compared to January, snowfall remains a common weather event this month. The city continues to experience fewer daylight hours than in later months, keeping contains its wintry demeanor.

Temperature

Normal observes an average high-temperature of an icy 35.6°F (2°C) in February, barely different from 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in January. Throughout the month of February, Normal expects an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In Normal, during February, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In February, in Normal, Illinois, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout February, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Normal, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February in Normal, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Normal are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in February leads to these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Normal, in February, the average high-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

In Normal, Illinois, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

In Normal, Illinois, in February, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In February, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout February, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

In February, the average day length in Normal, Illinois, is 10h and 41min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Normal, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

In Normal, the average sunshine duration in February is 3.9h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Normal.

In Normal, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Normal, IL

  • Average high temperature in February: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in February
Normal, IL

  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Normal, IL

  • Average wind speed in February: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Normal, IL

  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Normal, IL

  • Average rainfall in February: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in February
Normal, IL

  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in February
Normal, IL

  • Average snowfall in February: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Normal, IL

  • Average snowfall days in February: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Normal, IL

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Normal, IL

  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Normal, IL

  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Normal, IL

  • Average cloud cover in February: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in February
Normal, IL

  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).